So I’ve been doing my research proposal all night…
And I keep getting distracted by thoughts of wanting to be at Hong Kong Hat, this past weekend and also by the fact that Shanghai Open is next week and I really really want to be there too with some of my fave people (Pseudo-SOY!). Visa applications and tickets to China are somewhat beyond my financial means though.
It’s okay. I have the end of exams (and subsequent celebratory ciders) to look forward to. Plus EUGs… though that is a long way away.
Shanghai Open would’ve been a better celebration. Damnit.
SUPER
Day 10: A favourite word.
And someone is to blame for it too. She knows who she is and I can’t believe that it’s became a very popular part of my vocabulary. I also enjoy the fact that everytime I am aware I use it I’m reminded of her a little.
Miss you Peachy! (Hope HK Hat was super fun!)
Day 9: Something you do everyday.
Umm…. other than usual breathing, eating, sleeping and boring stuff like that. I probably think about Frisbee in some form of another as sad and awesome as that is.
Day 8: A smell you adore
Freshly baked cookies. So good. Or any baked goods that are fresh out of the oven. These are the lemon melting moments I made a few weeks ago for the UTS Bake Sale
Runners up include: Toast, coffee and men’s deodorant on cute boys (for realz, it makes me want to bite them) ;)
Day 6: you
Day 7: Someone that inspires you
Combining days because I’m somewhat behind and playing catchup.
It’s me! And it’s my bff - this picture was taken in HK during our NYE reunion! I’ve known her since I was in Year 5 so we’ve known each other for about 13 years? Which is only slightly less than how long I’ve known my sister :P
She inspires me whether she knows it or not. She’s an amazing person, funny, smart, independent, knows what she wants, goes after what she wants and makes no apologies for who she is (even if that person is someone lame who’s currently into Diablo 3 - like really, Carmen?!)
(:
Today’s battle scars. My thumb is also a little bruised. But a good day all in all - Frisbee in the mud and rain ending with a mini-mudsliding comp between UTS and ‘Gong. Good way to end the day.
Though a better way to end the day is chilling with your team watching Channing Tatum be so pretty (21 Jump St!). Oh wait - we did that too :D
The joys and frustrations, successes and failures, all the hard work and growth; these things are ours and you have yours. Your team is like someone you love that you only get to be with for a little while and then they’re gone. You won’t really know them until the very end of the season. Endings are so critical to what we do that the character of the team won’t necessarily reveal itself until the very, very end. So when you go out to practice this week, when you hit the fields at Regionals this weekend or the next, savor and cherish the moment: you won’t get it again.
— Lou Burress (via getfastgetstrong)
Ten Things To Do When You Feel Like Crap:
1. Have a really hot, long shower. Cry if you need to. Sit on the ground. Feel sorry for yourself. Let the steam soak into your skin. Let the hot water wash your face clean. But the moment you turn off that water, you are done feeling sorry for yourself. Make a decision to move on from that sadness.
2. Clean. I know, cleaning is boring and annoying - but how about that feeling you get when you are finished? The smell of the vacuum. That feeling of accomplishment? Who knows, you might even find money along the way. Totally worth it. It’s like starting with a clean slate.
3. Call a friend you haven’t spoken to for a while. If your first choice doesn’t pick up, choose someone else. Ask them all about how their lives are going and tell them about yours. Not only will it take your mind off whatever crappy thing you have been plagued by, but you will laugh with them! Laughing triggers endorphins and endorphins make you happy!
4. Go for a run or a walk. This get’s your endorphins and dopamine going crazy. You will get more energy and more happiness just because the chemicals in your body are running around!
5. Stop and take it all in. Walking in the night? Stop and look at the stars. Breathe in the cold air. Feel alive.
6. Stop whining. Ever heard the saying “love life and life will love you back”? Or, the idea of the power of attraction? It’s true! If you sit around saying “why me, waaaaa waaaa” then bad things will happen to you. You’re already defeated. If you start saying, “I will be happy, I will accomplish my ambitions, I will find love, I do look amazing, I am a great friend” etc., then not only will you start to believe them but you will be amazed at what amazing things start to happen.
7. Drink tea. This always works. Not a tea fan? Try hot water with a slice of lemon and some agave syrup.
8. Make a conscious decision to stop holding certain grudges. We all have people we have held grudges on in the past. Let them go. If you feel like you owe this person an apology, don’t be too proud. Send them a sincere facebook apology. Sincerity is in the intent, so even if it’s a 2 sentence apology - as long as you mean it it’s worth it.
9. Cook some really nice, warm food. Stimulate your taste buds with anything as simple as two minute noodles or as lavish as a three course garlic bread, pasta bake, chocolate mousse triple combo.
10. Write down a list of goals to achieve for the week. As simple as “buy insect repellent” or as large as “jog for 25 minutes non stop” and tick them off when they’re done. You will feel very accomplished and that alone will help pep up your mood!
xoxox
You guys are crazy - I can’t believe how many notes this post has! I literally posted it for myself so I would stop sulking! I’m glad it’s resonated and helped so many other people! xo
(via teamfreewill-)
Nick Lance. Callahan Winner 2012.
If there was ever a time I had frisbee goggles on it’d be right now. Sick break throws and insane scoobers. And some hot layout Ds to boot. Oh my lordy.
